FLEETWOOD MAC ATLANTIC CITY; GOING IT'S OWN WAY AGAIN

Fleetwood Mac going its own way again
By: ED CONDRAN
Burlington County Times

When iconic bands reunite for a tour, it's often difficult for members of those veteran acts to resist the temptation to play old favorites with their former mates and to perform in massive halls with all the respect and amenities you can imagine.

Oh, and then there is that massive payday groups such as Fleetwood Mac receive for their two-hour shows.

However, Lindsey Buckingham didn't necessarily run back and join his ex-mates for a reunion.

After all, the vocalist-guitarist has been focusing on his solo work over recent years. He put out two of his finest solo albums: 2006's "Under the Skin" and 2008's "Gift of Screws." Both discs garnered critical acclaim and helped him pack theaters throughout North America.

"I needed a three-year period where they couldn't come knocking on my door," says Buckingham. "That allowed me to put out two albums."

Now that those solo efforts are out of Buckingham's system, he is more than happy to rejoin Fleetwood Mac for a tour, which stops Saturday at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.

"I'm more than happy to make time for this band," says Buckingham. "I love being part of this group. I love the camaraderie, the songs and all that comes with being in Fleetwood Mac. Just because I delayed the group getting back together doesn't mean I didn't want to come back.

"We all have things to do. I have a family now with a wife and three young children (under 10). But now is the time to get back again. We're a band again - it's just a great situation."

Expect Buckingham and his bandmates - vocalist Stevie Nicks, bassist John McVie and drummer Mick Fleetwood - to deliver plenty of hits during their "Unleashed" tour.

"The fans still want to hear songs like 'Go Your Own Way,' 'Dreams' and 'The Chain,' Buckingham says. "We still love playing the songs. We never get tired of them. It's something that I think we'll always love to do. This is interesting - going out for the first time without a new album to support. It's a blast doing the old songs."

Not that Buckingham would like to rest on his laurels. He hopes the group will write and record a new disc.

"Hopefully, the tour will spark us to make a new record," he says. "Let's see what happens. I'm open to anything."

If Fleetwood Mac doesn't craft a new disc, count on Buckingham to make another album on his own.

"I feel very creative right now," he says. "I like to keep putting out records. I'm sure I'll put another (solo) one out, but it would be really cool if we could make another Fleetwood Mac album."

Fleetwood Mac appears Saturday at Boardwalk Hall, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets: $49.50, $79.50 and $149.50. Information: 800-736-1420.

UPDATE ON TOUR BOXSCORE NUMBERS

FLEETWOOD MAC Unleashed Tour BOXSCORE Numbers (Update)

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PHOTOS: FLEETWOOD MAC - NYC June 11, 2009

 AS IT'S HAPPENING... FLEETWOOD MAC IN NYC.

Fleetwood Mac åbner turné i Parken

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Det over 40 år gamle band kommer til København og giver koncert 8. oktober.

Den legendariske rockgruppe Fleetwood Mac indleder sin kommende Europa-turné i Parken i København, hvor gruppen giver koncert den 8. oktober.

Bandets historie går tilbage til 1967, og to af grundlæggerne, Mick Fleetwood og John McVie er med i København.

Første turné i fem år

De får selskab af Lindsey Buckingham og Stevie Nicks, der kom til i 1974 og i de følgende år bidrog til en række af Fleetwood Macs største succeser, blandt dem albummet "Rumours", som mange regner for juvelen i deres karriere.

Gruppen har tidligere spillet i Danmark ved enkelte lejligheder, men aldrig med Buckingham og Nicks.

Turnéen er Fleetwood Macs første i fem år, og billetsalget til koncerten i København indledes på mandag. Der bliver tale om en overdækket koncert i såkaldt intime rammer og uden øvre tribuner

(REVIEW) FLEETWOOD MAC “The Mac Mystifies Milwaukee”

Fleetwood Mac Live in Milwaukee June 8, 2008
“The Mac Mystifies Milwaukee”

By Christian Scalise

Country Stars Central

(Photos removed at the request of the owner. Click the above link for slideshow)

Music fans of all ages gathered inside the Bradley Center in downtown Milwaukee on Monday June 8th to experience an once-in-a-lifetime evening of fine music by iconic group Fleetwood Mac.

Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood, John McVie and Stevie Nicks have joined forces once again to give their fans a show stopping evening of all the smash hits and favorite tunes that have solidified the bands legendary career through the years.

The show brought in countless numbers of fans of each individual band member; some diehard Lindsey Buckingham fans sported t-shirts with his image on them, while others, mostly women channeled Stevie Nicks by donning their own take on the intriguing persona of the beloved superstar.

Due to unexpected hazardous weather conditions the show started off a bit later than planned, but even the minor mishap didn’t seem to bother the eager fans from witnessing their idols firsthand.

Emerging onto the stage at 8:15pm, Fleetwood Mac took their respective places on the stage as they opened the show with a rousing rendition of “Monday Morning.” The audience ecstatically welcomed their arrival!! Continuing the high, “The Chain,” “Dreams,” and “I Know I’m Not Wrong” followed.

Stevie showcased her distinctive vocal talents on the pleasingly magical “Gypsy” before shortly turning the tables and taking the audience on a magical journey into the world of “Rhiannon,” and “Gold Dust Woman.”

Donning various beautiful sparkly shawls, beaded chiffon skirts of different colors, top hats, layers of lace, her trademark suede platform boots, and a microphone stand adorned with crystal beads and ribbons…Stevie offered her audience what they love most; her unmistakable fashion sense.

She also brought along her trio of talented background singers Jana Anderson, Sharon Celani, and Lori Nicks. The girls proved that they have what it takes, and their blends of harmonious vocals were a great attribute to the show!

Looking sensational for their stature as music veterans, each member of the band has managed to maintain their image, showing that time has clearly been good to them. Stevie Nick’s flowing golden blonde hair, flawless porcelain skin, and svelte figure are even more astonishing to witness in person, and Lindsey, Mick, and John rocked out in stylish vests, v-neck tees, and leather jackets.

Even though there is no new record to plug or project to promote, the best part of this tour is the devoted camaraderie between the band, and the honest desire to connect with their fans on a very personal level. The midsized arena was brought down to an intimate gathering thanks to Fleetwood Mac.

The audience was very receptive and laid back; they clapped while singing along with admiration to each and every song.

Lindsey’s solo performances of “Go Insane,” “Big Love,” and “Oh Well” gave him the chance to display his impeccable vocal talents and impressive musicianship as one of rock music’s finest players. His astounding energy level left the audience in awe following each performance!! He is definitely underrated, and that is a shame because in my opinion, he’s one of the finest singer/musicians of our time.

The entire band gave impressive amounts of energy to their fans while playing nonstop for almost 3 hours (2 ½ precisely) with an effortless sense of pure bliss and charisma. Just when you thought the show was about to come to an end, another handful of songs appeared much to the listeners delight.

Stevie’s touching performance of “Landslide” brought the audience to an emotional standstill as Stevie and Lindsey embraced each other for a loving hug. The song holds a special place in everybody’s heart with its honest lyrics and simple acoustic arrangement.

Adding a new twist to an old favorite, Stevie created her own enjoyable version of the Christine McVie number “Say You Love Me.”

The audience roared as the lush sound of the synthesizer began the intro to “Stand Back.” Stevie fascinated the crowd as she twirled around on stage in her black sparkly shawl during the memorable performance!

The band closed out the show with solid performances of mega-hits “Go Your Own Way,” “World Turning,” “Don’t Stop,” and “Silver Springs.” They received a longstanding ovation with thunderous applause.

Before leaving the stage, Lindsey, Mick, John, and Stevie thanked the audience for coming out to the show and shook hands with the several fans that stood in front of the stage.

Mick Fleetwood’s last words to the audience were, “The Mac is back!!” The show ended at 11:15pm. Make sure to get out and head to one of these shows. You will be thoroughly pleased and entertained to say the least.

(Special thanks go out to my friend Liza Jane and Ms. Nicks for their generosity and making it possible for me to witness such a memorable event. God Bless you both!!)

PS 22 Choir on Nightline

Teacher Saves Students with Song

If you missed Nightline on ABC last night (6/10), PS 22 Choir, the Choir that sings Stevie's Landslide was featured on last nights show.

To watch the full Nightline report on the kids, hear bits of Landslide with the mention that they are going to be singing the song to Stevie today in NYC (rumoured to be a surprise during soundcheck), you can view the video on the Nightline website: NIGHTLINE